Running industry’s largest B2B event to be held at The M Resort in Henderson, NV, beginning Jan. 31, 2027
(Aug. 4, 2026) – Running USA is excited to announce that Leslie Jordan Inc. will again serve as the apparel sponsor for the Monday and Tuesday morning runs at the Running USA Industry Conference presented by haku, taking place Jan. 31-Feb. 2, 2027 at The M Resort in Henderson, NV.
Conference attendees can look forward to event themed items from Leslie Jordan Inc. during the popular morning group runs, which bring together race producers and staff, brand leaders, and industry professionals for informal networking and morning miles before a full day of educational programming.
“The conversation and idea sharing that are staples of group runs are at the foundation of our sport and bring all runners together” said Matt Chittim, Director of Business Development for Running USA. “Leslie Jordan Inc. is keenly aware of this dynamic and it is an honor to have their continued support of our conference and the sport in general.”
“For decades we’ve helped events create memorable athlete experiences with gear that looks great and performs in all conditions,” said Leslie Jordan, Founder and CEO of Leslie Jordan, Inc. “We are proud to support the Running USA community in Las Vegas and cannot wait to see everyone out for the morning miles.”
The Running USA Industry Conference presented by haku is the largest annual gathering for the road race and endurance business, featuring keynotes, peer learning, an expo, and networking. The Monday and Tuesday morning runs are open to all registered attendees and will include a single route for any pace, including walkers.
Conference registration, agenda, attendee and sponsorship information are available here.
About Leslie Jordan Inc.
Founded in 1986, Leslie Jordan Inc. is a US-based manufacturer of custom apparel, medals, and accessories for the nation’s top endurance events. With a focus on quality, sustainability, and innovative design, the company provides race directors and brands with factory-direct pricing, creative and logistics support, and performance gear that athletes wear and cherish long after race day. Learn more at https://www.lesliejordan.com/
About the Industry Conference
Since its origins as a small gathering of Running USA’s founders in Southern California in 2004, the Running USA Industry Conference presented by haku is the best-attended, most esteemed gathering of running industry professionals from around the world. Moving locations each year, the conference has been held in Los Angeles, San Diego, Savannah, Houston, San Antonio, Denver, New Orleans, Puerto Rico, Las Vegas, Orlando, Louisville, St. Louis and heads to Henderson, NV for the 2027 event.
About Running USA
Running USA is a non-profit that serves as the leading trade organization for the running industry in North America and hosts the nation’s preeminent industry conference annually. Through education, research, best practices and data, Running USA is committed to supporting and facilitating growth, diversification and excitement in running communities everywhere. We promote networking and idea-sharing between event organizers, sponsors, vendors and athletes. Running USA is a member of a global alliance of organizations focused on the betterment of the global running community including the Running Industry Alliance and European Athletics. For more information, visit runningusa.org